Iran

Iranian Defense Minister:

'Netanyahu is causing tension in the region'

Iranian Defense Minister claims Netanyahu is maintaining tension in the Middle East in order to have an economic impact on Iran.

Iran claims control of Strait of Hormuz

Iranian naval general says Iran has 'complete control' of shipping lanes through which a third of the world's oil passes.

Will international court force US to lift Iran sanctions?

International Court of Justice begins hearings after Iran demands court suspend US sanctions while case is determined.

Iran inks deal with Syria, vows to continue military cooperation

Despite demands by US that Iran withdraw forces from Syria, Tehran signs deal with Assad regime, vows to continue military cooperation.

ANALYSIS: Dangerous stand-off between Russia and US over Syria

The Syrian war is far from over and could blow up into a regional or even world conflict.

2 dead after earthquake hits Iran

2 reported dead, dozens injured as 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits western Iran. Quake reportedly felt as far as Baghdad.

EXCLUSIVE: Iran to be the guest of honor at Italy's main book fair

Accounts with ties to Iran removed from YouTube

Google deletes 58 accounts with ties to Iran on YouTube and other sites.

ANALYSIS: US military to stay in Syria to stop Iran

President Trump insists US will remain in Syria to ensure Iran's departure. Will US be drawn into next major battle in northwest Syria?

British Airways, Air France scrap all Iran-bound flights

Airlines say direct flights to Iran 'not commercially viable.'

Revolutionary Guards:

'We will increase our defensive capabilities'

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vows that it will not surrender to pressure over its missile program.

'We will hit Israel if US attacks Iran'

Senior Iranian cleric rejects Trump's offer to negotiate, vows to hit Israel if US attacks Iran.

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Bolton: No 'quid pro quo' in Jerusalem embassy move

NSA John Bolton says President Trump's statement that Israel will pay 'higher price' for embassy move doesn't indicate change in policy.

Iran unveils domestic fighter jet

President Hassan Rouhani insists Tehran's military strength is meant to deter enemies and create "lasting peace".

Iranians indicted in U.S. for spying on Jewish facility

Two Iranian men indicted for allegedly spying for Tehran in the United States.

ANALYSIS: Meet the most dangerous Iranian

Qassem Soleimani, dubbed by Iran's Supreme Leader as the 'living martyr of the Revolution', is one of the most dangerous men in the Mideast.

Bolton, Netanyahu trash 'wretched' Iran nuclear deal

Trump's National Security Advisor laments 'wretched' Iran nuclear deal in talks with Netanyahu, says US will block Iranian nuclear weapon.

Iran: EU must speed up efforts to save nuclear deal

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Bahram Kasami says world powers must increase effort if they seek to uphold accords.

Zarif: EU not ready to 'pay the price' of defying Washington

Iran's Foreign Minister says Europe has not yet shown willingness to save 2015 nuclear deal.

'Russia, Israel, and US agree - Iran must leave Syria'

NSA John Bolton says Putin doesn't have 'same interests' as Iran, agrees with US, Israeli demand that Iran withdraw forces from Syria.

Bolton:

Meddling by Iran, North Korea, China could affect 2018 midterms

National Security Advisor John Bolton says Russia not only threat to integrity of US elections, warns Iran, China, N. Korea also 'meddling'.

Iran to unveil new fighter jet

Iran will present new plane, equipment, on August 22, report says.

ANALYSIS: Iran and ISIS profiting from turmoil in Iraq

The resurge of ISIS is taking place against the backdrop of a continuing popular uprising in the south of Iraq.

Iran unveils new short-range missile

Iranian Defense Ministry unveils new short-range missile, says country increases its power 'every day.'

Khamenei: We won't negotiate with the US

Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei refuses to negotiate with US Pres. Trump, says Iran's problems are 'internal,' not due to sanctions.

Putin meets Iranian president

Russian, Iranian presidents meet on sidelines of Caspian Summit, praise their work to ensure Assad's victory in Syria.

US to UK: Stand by our side

US Ambassador Johnson asks UK to use its diplomatic influence to pressure Iran into 'changing course.'

Iran to bring back enriched uranium from Russia

Iran to bring back a second batch of enriched uranium it sent to Russia in 2015 as part of its commitments under nuclear deal.

Iran: Soccer fans shout 'death to the dictator'

Local police beat soccer fans calling for death of Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei.

Iran test-fires ballistic missile

U.S. officials say Iran test-fired a ballistic missile before Trump reimposed sanctions on it.

ANALYSIS: Iran tightening the noose around Israel

Is Iran preventing an Israel-Hamas agreement and is it behind current escalation?

A call to my fellow Iranians

U.S. General:

'Iran's drill in the Gulf meant to send a message'

U.S. general says Iranian naval exercise around Strait of Hormuz was meant to send a message to Washington before it reimposed sanctions.

Gatestone Institute:

'EU unable to neutralize US sanctions against Iran'

'Fines in multibillions these days so it's just not worth risk for small piece of business and maybe pleasing European government.'

EU urges trade with Iran despite U.S. sanctions

EU foreign policy chief insists Iran upheld its commitments under 2015 nuclear deal.

Inside the Iran sanctions: Can they be effective?

For President Trump and his foreign policy Team, cracking the Islamic Republic is job number one.

Iran's economic collapse: 'People selling their kidneys'

Iran expert says ordinary Iranians already suffering greatly under current regime even before new sanctions.

Trump on sanctions: I am asking for world peace, nothing less!

US Pres. Trump promises: Anyone doing business with Iran won't do business with the US.

Bolton:

'I wouldn't underestimate how determined President Trump is'

US National Security Advisor to the President Ambassador John Bolton on Iran and China: 'I think the effects are already being felt.'

Doing business with Iran? It's going to stop

President Trump's special assistant weighs in on Iran sanctions.

Earth to Europe:

DM wishes Sacha Baron Cohen would impersonate Ayatollah

'Europe works to save Iranian economy and Ayatollah regime, responsible for terrorist attacks and attempted attacks on European soil.'

Netanyahu to EU: Join us to stop Iran

PM praises US President Trump for signing new sanctions on Iran. 'It's time to act. That's what the US is doing and Europe needs to do.'

Trump signs order re-imposing sanctions on Iran

US President officially renews sanctions on Iran following withdrawal from nuclear agreement. Trump remains open to negotiations.

US sanctions on Iran begin:

Liberman: Trump will be remembered for generations

Defense Minister praises re-imposition of US sanctions on Iran, which go into effect tonight.

Iran FM: Iran isn't isolated, US is

Iranian FM Zarif calls US withdrawal from deal 'bullying,' says US, Israel, Saudi Arabia, are 'isolated.'

The Iranian crown prince's speech- part II

Iran launches exercise in the Persian Gulf

Iran launches naval exercise in the Persian Gulf days before the U.S. reimposes sanctions on Tehran.

Report: Iran launches major naval exercise in Persian Gulf

US officials say Revolutionary Guards begin naval exercise to demonstrate ability to cut off shipping routes.

DM sets three conditions for Israel's non-involvement in Syria

Defense Minister Liberman warns Lebanon, Hezbollah, not to try Israel, sets conditions for Israel's continued non-involvement in Syria.

Netanyahu: Iran will face global coalition if it blocks Red Sea

PM, Defense Minister warn Iran not to blockade Bab al-Mandab Strait or attack Israeli vessels.

Russia: Iran withdraws to over 50 miles from Israel

Russian official says Iranian forces in Syria have withdrawn to 53 miles from border with Israeli Golan Heights.

US assures Israel:

'There is no change in US policy against Iran'

US sources tell Israeli official Trump offer to meet Iranian president without preconditions not a change in policy.

Iranian minister: How can we trust the US?

Iran rejects Trump offer to meet without preconditions, citing US withdrawal from nuclear deal as proof US is not trustworthy.

'Ready to meet Iranian president unconditionally'

US President Donald Trump says he will be willing to meet any senior Iranian official if the Tehran government is interested.

Iran's rial hits record low

Over 102,000 rials match up against a single US dollar as Islamic Republic's economic crisis deepens.

ANALYSIS: Major escalation in Yemen could trigger war

Iranian proxies launch missiles at a Saudi tanker, threaten to bomb Arab-coalition ports.

'If you want peace, help the people of Iran'

PM Netanyahu tells the plight of the Iranian people, urges the world to help them raise their voice.

The Iranian crown prince's speech

Iran: Red Sea no longer secure with US presence

Iran is a nation of martyrs, Quds commander says.

The Iranian trap: The fear of Trump's wrath

Iran 'desperately looking for leverage,' analyst says amid harsh exchange with U.S.